ext. 21 | Receptionist Judith Coughlin Community Focus Weekly is a supplement ext. 23 | Accounts Payables, Receivables, & Tax Clerk Louise McMann to the quarterly newsletter publication ext. 24 | Payroll Clerk Diane Fournier created by the Town of Grande Cache. ext. 25 | Chief Financial Officer Carolyn Ferraby ext. 27 | Manager of Economic Development & Tourism Tara Wignes For a copy of the current newsletter please visit our website below . ext. 28 | Marketing Officer Jane Barber ext. 30 | Development Officer Debbie McCann ext. 31 | Executive Secretary Lisa Brown ext. 31 | Chief Administrative Officer Darren Ottaway ext. 33 | Mayor Louise Krewusik ext. 34 | Coordinator of Economic Development & Tourism Denise Rinn
| Administration Office: 827-3362 | Public Works: 827-3610 | Recreation Centre: 827-2446 | FCSS: 827-2296 | Tourism Centre: 827-3300
March 24, 2009
Community focusweekly For Water & Sewer Utilities please contact Public Works
www.grandecache.ca
Next Regular Council Meeting ‐ March 25, 2009 @ 5:00pm
PROGRAMS & ACTIVITES... Game Night:
Spring Break at the Pool:
The first Saturday of each month at 7 pm. Play everything from old favourites such as Twister to interactive games like Rock Band and Wii Sports.
March 28 – Coin swim ‐ lots of coins in the pool March 30 – Egg Decorating March 31 – Toonie Swim ‐ swim for $2 April 1 – Wacky Wednesday April 2 – Candy Guess April 6 – Iceberg Swim April 7 – Cookie Decorating April 8 ‐ Wacky Wednesday April 9 – Swimming and Chocolate April 10 & 12 – Closed
Boys Night Out:
Wednesdays 6‐7:30 pm Ages 11‐17 This Week: Wii Fill out a registration form at the Rec Centre & ask for more information on upcoming activities.
Adult Drop in Sports:
High School Gym 6:30‐8:00 pm Ages 16+ Badminton Tuesdays & Basketball Wednesdays
Sponsored Swims:
March 29 ‐ 2–5 pm Grande Cache Pizza April 4 ‐ 2–5 pm Ice Breakers April 5 ‐ 2–5 pm Ice Breakers April 11 ‐ 2–5 pm EnCana April 25 ‐ 2‐5 pm Fournier Drugs Thank you to our local businesses for supporting recreation in Grande Cache!
Every Friday Night is Movie Night
Special Events at the Pool:
Thursdays 3:30‐5pm & Fridays 4‐5:30pm
8pm Rec Centre Lobby
Saturday Night Activities
There is something on every week. Call the Rec. Centre for more information.
Rock Wall Drop In
Fri. March 27 ‐ Spring Break Teen Party ‐ 9‐11pm Wed. April 15 ‐ Surprise Event ‐ 6‐8pm
Fitness Classes
There have been some changes to our fitness class schedule. Please call the Rec Centre at 827‐2446 for more information. Sorry for any inconvenience!
Swim Lessons:
Tuesdays & Thursdays April 21 ‐ May 21 $31.00 10‐11am ½hr classes & 5:30‐7pm ½hr classes
Senior’s Skate
Every Wednesday Afternoon 1:15‐2:15pm Break out the skates and join us for some fun on ice! Call the rec centre for more info. Cost: $1/ea
Free Drop In Child Care 6‐9pm Mon‐Fri All Ages Welcome
EASTER CAMP Join us over the Easter Holidays for crafts and activities. Sign up for one day, or spend the whole break with us. March 30‐April 3 & April 6‐9 9am ‐ 3:30pm $15/day Ages 5‐7 & 8‐10
MUSIC FESTIVAL Sunday, June 14. Mark your calendars for the 1st Annual Family Music Festival. We are excited to offer an afternoon of musical entertainment and family fun. If you are interested in volunteering for this event, are an artist who wishes to display your work during the festivities, or a local musical act who wishes to perform, please contact Sheri at 780‐827‐2446.
Upcoming Video Conferencing Seminars: Tues. March 24 ‐ Protecting your Innovation ‐ Noon Hour ‐ FREE! Thurs. March 26 ‐ How to Become a Vendor at a Farmer’s Market ‐ Noon Hour ‐ FREE! Wed. April 1 ‐ Selling a Business ‐ 1‐4 pm ‐ $35 Thurs. April 2 ‐ Creating Buzz Online ‐ Noon Hour ‐ FREE! Mon. April 6 ‐ Measure Up! ‐ Noon Hour ‐ FREE! Wed. April 8 ‐ E‐Business Considerations ‐ 1‐4 pm ‐ $35 Thurs. April 9 ‐ Branding for the Small Business Owner ‐ Noon Hour ‐ FREE!
All video conferencing sessions are held at the Tourism & Interpretive Centre. Call 827‐3300 to register or for more information.
Visit grandecache.ca for detailed course descriptions
Video Conferencing Presentations brought to you by the Town of Grande Cache, Community Futures West Yellowhead, and the Business Link
BIGHORN GALLARY Our new stock has just arrived for our gift shop and they are a must see! Lots of fun for big and small. New stuffed animals, key chains and furry animal back packs, and a little dazzle for the older kids too with beautiful Dichro Glass, and A Slice of the North Jewelry. While you’re here check out our new 100% handmade native crafts and pottery. It’s a one stop shop at the Tourism & Interpretive Center!